Dhadhan shaa waalan, dhergaana ka sii daran
DEnglish Translation
Bad tea tastes worse when you've already had enough
Context & Meaning
Excess spoils pleasure — too much of anything is unpleasant
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dib-u-gurasho, dib bay kuu dhigtaa
Retreat delays you
Retreat delays you
Dantu ceeb ma laha, ee dadkaa iska naceeya
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Dhiig islaan ma qarsoomo
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
The blood of a woman can't be hidden
Dooro qoor qabasho biyo kuma cabto
The hen can't drink water while its neck is held
The hen can't drink water while its neck is held
Doqoni ammaanay la'aan bay u rixisaa
The fool praises blindly
The fool praises blindly
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.